Good morning, West Des Moines.

A Facebook post on April 5 claimed that Caitlin Clark would invest $3.3 million to buy the Salisbury House and Gardens — a historic museum built in the 1920s — to create a living facility for homeless youth, but the museum’s official account said the claim is not true.

Asian grocery stores and local restaurants have felt the strain from the 125% tariff on Chinese goods that was in place as of Thursday, April 10th.

Sun Philavanh, owner of New Oriental Food Store, said her stock will last only two to three weeks—customers are buying extra now—since prices on authentic goods will soon rise.

A local auto glass business in Des Moines has seen costs rise after tariffs on Chinese imports increased from 104% to 125%—owner Fernando Terrazas now turns to salvaged glass from local junkyards to keep prices low.

The city announced that beginning Sunday, April 13 at 4 p.m. the southbound lanes of Jordan Creek Parkway from University Ave to I-80 will close for repairs until 6 a.m., and later the northbound lanes will also close overnight for similar work; drivers will follow a detour via University Avenue—60th Street—Vista Drive.

NAMI Family Support Group

10:30 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Peer-led support for adults with loved ones facing mental health challenges.

Spring Collaging Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Cost TBD — Unlock your creativity with Madeline Maser in this engaging collaging class using various artistic materials.

Spring Needle Felting Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — All materials provided — Create delightful felted spring flowers in a beginner-friendly setting.

Workshop on Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse

1-4:30 p.m. — UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital — Free entry — Engage in vital training to help prevent child sexual abuse and learn to address concerning behaviors.

MercyMe Concert

10:30 p.m. — Wells Fargo Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of faith and music with MercyMe in Des Moines.

Jazz on the House with Guitarist Jack Curtis & Co.

7-10 p.m. — Noce — No cover — Enjoy a lively jazz session with happy hour specials every Thursday night.

Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wooly's — $35 general admission — Experience a night filled with music and energy as DJ Matt Bennett takes the stage.

Grand Blue Mile 2025

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Western Gateway Park — $10 registration — Celebrate healthy habits and family achievement with sprints for all ages during the Grand Blue Mile.

Grand Blue Mile and Set the Pace Challenge

6-8 p.m. — Western Gateway Park — Free entry — Compete to win $10,000 for your community by promoting health and wellness in this fun and engaging event.

Know Your Farmer Dinner at Ray Family Farms

5:30-7 p.m. — The Wallace Centers of Iowa — Cost unknown — Savor a delicious 3-course dinner featuring fresh ingredients from Ray Family Farms while engaging with the owners.